Event Brief
Chalmers's Lowe blow after RBA governor's rebuke
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 12:02 AM ET
Summary: Treasurer Jim Chalmers responds to Philip Lowe's criticism of government spending and its impact on interest rates.
WHO: Jim Chalmers, Philip Lowe
WHAT: Criticism of government spending and interest rates
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 11:07 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Lowe's comments are seen as motivated by his disappointment over not being reappointed
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